Making Space for the Sacred

Retreat centers have a special something that allows us to drop into a sense of the sacred from the moment we wake up.

It’s called sacred space.

Sacred space isn’t just physical space, but mental, emotional, and energetic space. It’s the space to pause, to breathe, and to allow yourself that rare opportunity to ease up for a few moments, guilt-free, that makes retreats just the tonic that we seek.

Luckily, sacred space is in places other than retreat centers, yoga studios, or temples. You can find it, or create it, wherever you are.

Morning

Begin the day with sacred intention.

A seemingly tiny gesture can help to weave the sacred through the mundane tasks:

Start the day intentionally with ten breaths in bed.

Drink a cup of tea in silence before starting your morning routine.

Create a morning ritual that allows you to drop into a place of ease and spaciousness:

Light a candle or burn some sage as you get ready for your day.

Spend a few moments in your yard for a private moment.

Noon

Find the tiny spaces. You can literally program your mind and body to drop into a state of relaxation at any given moment throughout your day.